Top 100 Easy to Moderate Projects

1. 1. How to Paint a Tropical Leaf Pattern on a Duvet

   

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   Learn how to add tropical treatment to a bedspread with fabric paint and an opaque projector.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $1 - $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

2. 2. How to Remove Paint and Reveal the Natural Wood

   

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   A dresser gets stripped with liquid paint remover to reveal its natural pine color, then stamped with small suns to add character to th...

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $50 - $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

3. 3. How to Paint Blinds Using a Dry-Brush Technique

   

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   Plain white blinds pick up a tropical feel with a dry brush and glaze technique.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $50 - $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

4. 4. How to Create a Raised-Panel Door Using a Shaper

   

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   As its name suggests, the shaper -- essentially a router with added power -- is a tool used to shape wood. Use these step-by-step instr...

   Time:

   --

   Cost:

   $1 - $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

5. 5. How to Remove Paint with Chemical Strippers

   

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   Learn how to remove paint from wood by using a chemical stripper or varnish remover.

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $1 - $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

6. 6. How to Install Gutter Covers

   

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   Learn how to keep debris out of your gutters by installing gutter covers with these step-by-step instructions.

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $100 - $250

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

7. 7. How to Build a Plumbing Cabinet

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   To hide the tub motor, air pump, transformer and plumbing, a cabinet is built between the tub and the wall.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $1 - $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

8. 8. How to Paint Walls for a Moroccan Girl's Room

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   Moroccan-look walls begin with a creamy yellow glaze and are completed with oversize handmade stencils.

   Time:

   Two Days

   Cost:

   $50 - $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

9. 9. How to Lay a Flagstone Patio

   

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   To create a rustic looking patio and walkway, there is no better material than natural flagstone.

   Time:

   Two Days

   Cost:

   $500 - $1,000

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

10. 10. How to Create Custom Concrete Countertops

    

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    Add versatility to the kitchen area with a concrete countertop you construct from scratch. A mixture of quick-dry concrete and Portland...

    Time:

    Two Days

    Cost:

    $250 - $500

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate

11. 11. How to Build a Corner Bench

    

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    If you prefer guests remove their shoes upon entering your home, consider building a triangular corner bench for them to sit on. This b...

    Time:

    2 hours

    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate

12. 12. How to Begin Demolition of a Bathroom

    

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    Remodeling a bathroom begins with removal of old fixtures and outdated tiles. Learn how to safely begin demolition of a bathroom for a ...

    Time:

    Day

    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate

13. 13. Decorative Paint Technique: Leather Wall Instructions

    

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    Get the luxurious look of soft leather on your walls using simple plastic grocery bags.

    Time:

    2 hours

    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate

14. 14. How to Build a Bathroom Corner Cupboard

    

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    Does your bathroom need a bit of extra storage? Why not give this cupboard a try? With these simple step-by-step instructions you'll ha...

    Time:

    Under Half Day

    Cost:

    $50 - $100

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate

15. 15. How to Install Office Shelving

    

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    New shelves add sufficent storage for this updated home office. Learn how to install office shelves with these step-by-step instruction...

    Time:

    Under Half Day

    Cost:

    $100 - $250

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate